Lords of the Fallen II delayed to early 2027 for polish
CI Games and Hexworks have delayed Lords of the Fallen II from fall 2026 to Q1 2027 to refine with feedback; it will release on PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC via Steam/Epic Games Store.
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April's PS Plus Essential Headliner Leaks: Lords of the Fallen
Dealabs leaks indicate Lords of the Fallen (the 2023 Hexworks title) will be the headliner for April 2026's PlayStation Plus Essential lineup, available across Essential, Extra and Premium from April 7 to May 5; Sony is expected to officially announce the full lineup soon, and the game has improved since launch with a sequel announced in 2024.
"CI Games Sets 2026 Launch for Lords of The Fallen Sequel, Death of the Fallen"
CI Games is reportedly developing a sequel to the popular Soulslike game Lords of The Fallen, titled "Death of The Fallen," with an expected release by 2026. The game is being developed by Hexworks and will utilize Unreal Engine 5 to offer "more ambitious gameplay options." While details are scarce, the sequel is anticipated to cater to a wider audience and will likely be available on PC and the latest generation consoles. Additional projects from CI Games include an open-survival title and new entries in the Sniper Ghost Warrior series and a tactical FPS.
Lords of the Fallen: 1 Million Units Sold in 10 Days
Lords of the Fallen, the new action-RPG from Hexworks and CI Games, has sold 1 million copies in just 10 days across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Despite initial criticism for performance issues, frequent updates have improved the game since its release. CI Games CEO Marek Tyminski sees this success as the first step in their planned AAA pipeline of games.
Lords of the Fallen: Patched, Rated, and Rescued
Lords of the Fallen, a fantasy Soulslike game, has received mostly negative reviews from Steam players due to technical issues such as low frame rates, stuttering, and crashes. Developers Hexworks have shared tips to address some of the bugs, including using the "auto-set" option, updating graphics drivers, and deleting certain files. Players can also send diagnostics files and GPU debugging logs to the support team for further assistance. Despite technical problems, the RPG has received some positive feedback, although it falls short of being a standout in the Soulslike genre.
"Insights into Lords of the Fallen: Denuvo, Reviews, Builds, and More"
Lords of the Fallen developer Hexworks firmly states that the game will not feature Denuvo Anti-Tamper tech, a third-party protection software designed to prevent piracy and limit access to game files. This stance aligns with other game developers, such as Tekken 8's director, who have chosen not to incorporate Denuvo into their games.
"Duelling Worlds: Lords of the Fallen Redefines the Souls-Like Genre"
Developer Hexworks is reviving the Lords of the Fallen IP with a new game that sets itself apart from other Souls-like titles by introducing the concept of duelling worlds. The game features Axiom, the world of the living, and Umbral, the world of the dead, which run concurrently. Players must navigate between the two worlds to overcome obstacles and progress. The Umbral lamp allows players to peer into Umbral and slow down enemies using Soul Flaying. Dying in the game transports players to Umbral for a second chance. The game is set to release on October 13, 2023, for PS5.
Lords of the Fallen: Release Date and Gameplay Trailer
Hexworks has announced that the action-RPG, Lords of the Fallen, will launch on October 13, with preorders available now. The game draws inspiration from the Dark Souls franchise and is a reboot of the same-named game from 2014. Hexworks also revealed the first gameplay footage for Lords of the Fallen with an almost four-minute trailer featuring Iron Maiden's "Fear of the Dark." There are three different editions to preorder, including a collector's edition with a 10-inch Dark Crusader figurine and steelbook.
Lords of the Fallen: October Launch Anticipated.
Hexworks has confirmed that its reboot of the Dark Souls-inspired game, Lords of the Fallen, will launch for PS5 on October 13, 2023. Pre-orders are expected to go live on the PS Store soon, with a Deluxe Edition available that includes bonus items. The game features a unique two-realm mechanic and promises to challenge even the bravest players. With no confirmed release date for Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree, Lords of the Fallen offers a compelling alternative for the winter season.
Unreal Engine 5 breathes new life into Lords of the Fallen.
CI Games released a technical showcase trailer for Lords of the Fallen, highlighting how Unreal Engine 5 will bring the game to life. The trailer shows off the game's character creator, detailed assets, real-time lighting, and two worlds, Axiom and Umbral. The action-RPG, which plays like the Souls games, is a sequel to the 2014 game of the same name and is aiming for a 2023 release window.
"Unreal Engine 5 Brings Lords of the Fallen to Life in Stunning Technical Showcase Trailer"
HEXWORKS has showcased a demo of the renamed Lords of the Fallen, highlighting the potential of Unreal Engine 5 at the Game Developers Conference. The demo showcases the game's attention to detail, physics, lighting, and interconnected worlds, designed to transition between them at will. While the demo is designed to demonstrate the tech rather than the gameplay, it highlights Unreal Engine 5's potential.